Enable Edge Password Safety Alerts in Intune

Introduction

Microsoft Edge offers a robust Password Manager and Protection feature that can be managed through Microsoft Intune. This article will guide you through enabling Edge Password Safety Alerts for users, enhancing your organization’s security posture.

What is Microsoft Edge Password Manager and Protection?

Microsoft Edge Password Manager securely stores and manages user passwords, using AES encryption to protect sensitive information. This feature not only simplifies the login process but also enhances security by alerting users if their passwords are compromised.

Benefits of Enabling Password Safety Alerts

1. Enhanced Security: Alerts notify users if their passwords are found in data breaches, prompting immediate action.
2. User Awareness: Educates users about the importance of strong, unique passwords.
3. Streamlined Management: Intune’s administrative templates simplify deploying and managing security policies across multiple devices.

Steps to Enable Edge Password Safety Alerts in Intune

1. Access Intune Admin Center:
   • Navigate to the Microsoft Intune Admin Center portal.
2. Create a New Policy:
   • Go to Devices > Windows > Configuration > Create > New Policy.
   • Select Windows 10 and later as the platform.
   • Choose Administrative Templates as the profile type and click Create
     
   • Name your policy and provide a description for easy identification.
     
3. Configure Password Safety Alerts:
   • In the policy settings, navigate to Microsoft Edge > Password Manager and Protection.
   • Enable the option Allow users to be alerted if their passwords are found to be unsafe and click OK
     
4. Assign and Deploy the Policy:
   • Assign the policy to the appropriate user groups or devices.
   • Review and confirm the settings, then deploy the policy.

Verifying Policy Deployment

After deploying the policy, you can verify its status through the Intune Admin Center. Check the deployment status and ensure that the policy is applied correctly to the targeted devices. Users should start receiving alerts if their passwords are compromised.